Chicago, IL - Detroit's Steve Griffin denied the city of Chicago its second pro football title in three years (the Chicago Bears won the NFL's Super Bowl in 1986) with two interceptions, a fumble recovery and six receptions for 52 yards.

Trailing 21-7, Chicago marched to Detroit's 11-yard line at the end of the first half, only to be intercepted by Griffin, who reclaimed 49 yards as time ran out. With Chicago trailing by just eight points, Griffin made his second aerial steal to regain the ball with 3:41 remaining in the game.

Dwayne Dixon caught five passes for 63 yards, recovered a key fumble, knocked down a pass and added two tackles en route to Ironman of the Game honors. Detroit rookie George LaFrance, who would go on to compete in six more ArenaBowls, had one catch for nine yards.